Report From the Select Committee of the House of Commons on the Earl of Elgin's Collection of Sculptured Marbles, &C (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Great Britain House Of Commons

 
9780282994129: Report From the Select Committee of the House of Commons on the Earl of Elgin's Collection of Sculptured Marbles, &C (Classic Reprint)

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This book is a report on the British Parliamentary debates surrounding the proposal to purchase the Elgin Marbles for the British people. Following an extended mission to the Ottoman territories beginning in 1799, Lord Elgin acquired a large collection of marble sculptures from the ruins of ancient Greek temples. These marbles, now known as the Elgin Marbles, are considered to be among the most important surviving examples of Greek art. The debates in this book offer detailed discussion of the merits of the acquisition, exploring questions of cultural preservation, national pride, and artistic significance. The author provides valuable insight into the value of cultural artifacts and the ethical questions involved in their acquisition and display.

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ISBN 10:  0266607217 ISBN 13:  9780266607212
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018
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